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The Dr. M. Smerk Scholarship offers financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students aiming for a career in public transportation management. Open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students, applicants must be nominated by a member organization of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), maintain a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate interest in the field. Applications are due by June 19, 2026.
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Business Management and Marketing, Transportation and Materials Moving
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Submit your application by June 19, 2026, including a 500-word financial need statement, a 1,000-word essay, and three recommendation letters.
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The Dr. M. Smerk Scholarship assists students pursuing careers in public transportation management. Open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students, it requires a 3.0 GPA and nomination by an APTA member organization.
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